New Moon Solar Eclipse By Maya White April 28-29,2014Every year we have a season of eclipses - in the Spring and the Fall. In ancient times, eclipses were ominously associated with a fall from power for a nation, or the death of a leader.

Both the ancient Chinese and the Indians thought a snake attacked the sun during an eclipse. The ancients also concurred that making lots of noise was the best way to scare the devouring creature away.

The earliest recorded eclipse was in China on October 22, 2134 BCE. Sadly, it manifested bad luck for the two court astrologers who lost their heads because, since they had failed to predict it, the emperor had not prepared to make the necessary noise to scare the devouring dragon away.

A Time of Great PowerSo, we fast forward to our age of 'knowledge - seeking - wisdom', and now watch the eclipses on webcam, But, what does it mean for you? Think of a Solar eclipse as the moon standing in front of the Sun. Translated into the language of astrology, it's a time when your emotions unite with your manifest reality - which can be a good thing. The eclipse signals an opportunity get your heart and soul, your reality and your desires - into alignment.

Ghosts Out of the Closet - Neptune and MarsEvery eclipse has a planetary signature based on the conditions of its origin called the Saros Cycle. The New Moon Solar eclipse of April 28th is a member of Saros Cycle 16 South, and was birthed through Neptune and Mars. These two planets present a signature of dealing with wasted energy and even misdirected motivation - in other words - ghosts, old habits, defeating messages, and past failures begin crying for another chance to live. This sculpture was created by Oka, a famous Balinese mask maker. It took him 12 year to make because he worked on it only at the time of Full Moon. It was never intended to be sold, but, when I saw it, and knew that it depicted an eclipse, the Sun devouring the Moon, he agreed for me to own it. I'm honored to own this magical work of art.It's important to note that with this eclipse being under the influence of Neptune and Mars; it's may be advisable to wait to take action!

If you need to make a major change in your life, consider that you have the next 6 months to prepare, and take heart in knowing that the New Moon of October 23rd signals a positive and passionate time to be in alignment with your new world.

This is not an excuse to continue living with the ghosts, but, it's an opportunity to get clear on the fact that you need to do something about them, and they're not going to go away on their own.

Read More HERE about: My Prediction, The Big Question, and The Great Answer

The Lessons of TaurusThe New Moon of April 28th in Taurus says you are not alone; like the brave oxen, you have safety and support from your tribe. You can move forward one step at a time and enjoy the journey rather than just focus on the destination.

The New Moon is always a time of new beginnings, but in this instance, you may need some time to get your plans refined and ready to launch. Remain grounded, stable, and hold firm to your conviction. Taurus makes plans, and then fulfills them. Easy does it; take time to smell the flowers - in fact, fill your life with flowers!

Happy New Moon - may your day be filled with beauty, grace, and the wonder of a Spring day.

The Full Moon Lunar Eclipseby Maya WhiteThe Full Moon lunar eclipse that ripens on Monday night is being referred to as the 'Blood Moon". Technically, it's one of four successive total lunar eclipses, with no partial lunar eclipses in between, also known as a lunar tetrad.

This Lunar eclipse joins the Fixed Star Spica, a star of talent and honor. Don't buy into drama around this Full Moon; with the Cardinal cross of April coming into play, think of it as a karmic unwinding, one that will reveal a fresh new world. Remember that blood is a part of the fluids released at the moment of birth.

Mars, now retrograde in Libra, is the activator of this event - the 'trigger man' so to speak. However, Mars is in his detriment in Libra, and even his retrograde status now endows thoughtfulness and concern, joined with a mandate to bow to the laws of Universal Justice.

You now have a calling to create balance relationships (Mars in Libra); address issues around power, (Pluto in Capricorn); be willing to consider new solutions to old problems (Uranus in Aries) and honor the authority or your heart (Jupiter in Cancer).

The Blood Moon

The full moon nearly always appears coppery red during a total lunar eclipse. That's because the dispersed light from all the Earth's sunrises and sunsets falls on the face of the moon at mid-eclipse. Traditionally, the full moon of autumn, the Harvest Moon, is also called the 'Blood Moon' because it often appears redder because of the season.

There is a unique story about the correspondences of this Full Moon eclipses with religious holidays which is discussed more in my blog 'the Blood Moon and a New World Order'.Read more HERE.

I earnestly invite you to look beyond pop media, and enjoy the uniqueness of this astrological and astronomical event; it's even more exciting and makes for a better story than predictions of suffering. The Divine Feminine is calming, gently transformative and nurturing.The right conversation to have is about the benefits of a Lunar (emotional) eclipse (re-set) in Libra (justice). Next week, April 20th - 23rd, four planets, Mars, Jupiter, Pluto, and Uranus, activate the 13th degree of its respective sign; Mars at 13 Libra, Uranus at 13 Aries, Jupiter at 13 Cancer, and Pluto at 13 Capricorn.

The Blood Moon is a Woman's Moon

There are several 'reasons' that 13 is considered a remarkable number, one of them being that there are, in the natural order of the cosmos, 13 natural lunar cycles in one year.

The world is giving birth, but it's not going to end. And, women can and will be the midwives to our new foundation. If anything, the Blood Moons of 2014/2015 will nurture a new way of being on this earth, and it's up to you to affirm your reality as one of commitment, responsibility, and birthing a new world of love.

What’s Going On – April and the Cardinal Crossby Maya WhiteAre you ready for an amazing journey? April is one of the most amazing months. In keeping with the mechanics of change, there is a process of tension and release, and April is a perfect example of the process of tension which is needed to get to the new phase of development.Tabla Rasa for the 21st Century I invite you to regard this month as your personal blank slate, or Tabla Rasa. Pure potential that is actualized and comes to be known through experience is the essence of Tabla Rasa. You can choose to actualize the positive potential of any circumstance –the choice is up to yours. You can name and frame any situation as one for learning. If you regard this month as an invitation and an opportunity to face your fears and break new ground you’ll be richly rewarded. Think of this month as your personal crossing of the symbolic ‘Red Sea’ – a time to step into a miraculous way of life. The squares of the Cardinal Cross challenge you to face your fears, take the plunge, and move ahead.Be the Change You Want to See in the World Uranus energy moves like a lightening storm over water, stirring up chaos but also change! Because the outer planets Uranus and Pluto are activated, much of these changes will take place on the global level. Undeniably, the world is shifting, and Uranus and Pluto are markers of government – ‘the people’ (Uranus) vs power and control (Pluto). It’ll be interesting to observe the world stage; there will most likely be events that we surely have no control over and stresses such as earthquakes and political rebellions can surely be expected. What you can control is the way you hold your personal energy. Absolutely be aware of personal safety and, beyond that, nurture and hold your energetic body strong. Don’t get distracted by the noise; it’s an invitation to your new way of being. I know that many of you are praying constantly for world peace. The action takes place at the 13th degree of the cardinal signs, Aries, Cancer, Libra, and Capricorn. This will be personally impactful if you were born April 1 – 5; July 3 – 7; October 4 – 8; January 1 – 5. . If your birthday falls into one of these time-frames take stock of how things are now, and know that you’re on the fast track to fulfill your potential.Jupiter and the US Chart The Cardinal Cross has several points of impact on the United States birthchart. The good news is that Jupiter is protecting the nation. There are a few options (and opinions) for birth charts of the US, but regardless of time, we can agree that July 4th is the commonly accepted birthday of the US which places transiting Jupiter on the Sun of the Unite States at 13 Cancer. The US chart also has Saturn at 14 Libra, so the ‘rules’ of the nation will be challenged by Uranus (radical change) but can also be energized by Mars (Mars conjunct Saturn is a signature of discipline). I don’t see this as a negative, rather it’s a manifestation of what must be done in order for the US to move ahead and retain relevance in a changing world.Parsifal’s Journey Parsifal is represented by the ‘Fool’ of the tarot deck, an innocent, good being who slowly starts to understand the world. He is pure of heart, yet wanted to become a knight in King Arthur’s court. Like any hero, Parsifal needed to overcome challenges and claim his power to fulfill his noble mission. Parsifal’s journey to wisdom is symbolic of our walk through the 12 signs of the zodiac; as the soul moves around the wheel of the sun signs, we each gain wisdom needed for completion of a life cycle. I’ve made a list of the major transits for April. Think of the stories told by astrology as Parsifal’s Journey – the path that you take to your destination of joy. There are pitfalls and traps along the way, but regardless of how long it takes, you’re headed to your freedom and joy.Major transits for April: April 1: Sun square Jupiter – evaluate and name what you want April 2: Sun conjunct Uranus- take action to change, even is if ‘shocks yourself and others’ April 5: Venus enters Pisces – live your compassion April 8th: Sun opposes Mars – overcome obstacles April 11: Venus conjunct Neptune – connect with your heart and soul, find your true love April 14th: Mercury square Jupiter, conjunct Uranus, square Pluto – spread the news, express your truth April 14: Pluto stations retrograde – fulfill your destinyApril 15th: Full Moon Lunar Eclipse at 25 Libra –a fundamental relationship with self; refine adjustments that must be made, learn to get along in the world; some people will be happy, others will not April 16: Mercury opposes Mars – but you are stepping forward to claim your truth regardless of what other people think or do April 17: Venus trine Jupiter – confirmation that the Universe is a naturally abundant place to be April 20: Jupiter square Uranus – you must claim your stake in the game April 20: Moon squares Uranus, conjunct Pluto, opposes Jupiter, square Mars – tipping point of change, go for the prize April 21: Uranus square Pluto – doing the right thing changes your world April 22: Mars square Jupiter – others believe your truth April 23: Mars square Pluto – others believe your realityApril 28: New Moon Solar Eclipse at 8 Taurus – manifestation of your new world With blessings, love, and positive expectation for your potential!